We live in northern Wisconsin, in Forest County. There are a few realities about living where we do that are important to mention. Our county is the largest, land wise, in the state. Our county has the smallest population in our state, with less than 10,000 people. Our county is the poorest in our state, […]

Two posts in one week. Wow! I’m on a roll! (my almost-5 yr old daughter asked for a princess face. I figured why not?) We are working on many things around here, for life is never dull or boring in this house. Here is a peak at some of the things that we’re up to. […]

I am entering this quilt into the fabulous Bloggers Quilt Festival, over at Amy’s Creative Side. Seriously, this is a wonderful place to find beautiful quilts, all in one place! I have entered this quilt into the category “Home Machine Quilted” and the voting starts May 23. Be sure to visit all the ones you […]

I am entering this quilt into the fabulous Bloggers Quilt Festival, over at Amy’s Creative Side. Seriously, this is a wonderful place to find beautiful quilts, all in one place! I have entered this quilt into the category “Original Design” and the voting starts May 23. Be sure to visit all the ones you can […]

This is one post that I don’t have trouble coming up with things to write about. With as much activity and stuff that goes on around here, random is the name of the game! (I’m linking up with the always fabulous Live a Colorful Life.) Most of the function we do, I don’t go and […]

I love to sew. That’s no secret. And I would LOVE to find an avenue where I can make things to sell. You know, so I can have the excuse funds to make more. I don’t have a store front nor to I really want to sell anything on commission. I don’t mind that avenue, […]

Adam and I, with the Lords leading, are taking the leap of faith and venturing into the world of chocolatiers. Before we get to far in this, however, we need some options. Your opinion! Please take a moment to think about these questions and leave a comment with your answers. It’s really important! (If you […]

This week went well. It looks like I’m getting over the “sick once a week” thing that plagued me for the last 4 months. I’m getting things done that have bothered me for quite some time, due to be not having the energy to do even the basics. I’m certainly not nesting, a normal occurrence […]

I felt pretty good this last week, which was quite the blessing. Not just in the sense of feeling good (finally!!), but also because it was a busy week and I need to have the energy to get through everything. The eldest 5 had dentist appointments in a city that is 1 1/2 hours south […]

I haven’t had 3 month last this long since my first pregnancy! Sheesh!! We had a lot of traveling this week, along with some big purchases. We are very careful with our money, seeing that we are 1 income and we started a new business. Thankfully, Adam is very good with money (while I am […]